Publisher's Synopsis
The Lawd Sayin' The Same: Negro Folk Tales Of The Creole Country is a book compiled by Hewitt Leonard Ballowe. It is a collection of traditional African-American folk tales that have been passed down through generations in the Creole Country of Louisiana. The stories in this book are told in the unique dialect of the region, which adds to their authenticity and charm.The book is divided into several sections, each containing a different type of story. There are tales of tricksters and their mischievous ways, stories of animals with human-like qualities, and legends of supernatural beings that haunt the swamps and bayous of Louisiana. The characters in these stories are colorful and vividly described, making them come to life in the reader's imagination.In addition to the stories themselves, the book includes an introduction by the author that provides context for the tales and explains their cultural significance. Ballowe also includes notes on the dialect used in the stories, as well as a glossary of Creole terms.Overall, The Lawd Sayin' The Same: Negro Folk Tales Of The Creole Country is a fascinating and entertaining look at a unique aspect of African-American culture. The stories are full of humor, wisdom, and insight into the human condition, and are sure to delight readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
